How To Fix COM_PR_MDCHECK041 - Set type with the GUID &1 does not have a unique ID (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PR_MDCHECK - Consistency Checks for Product Master Data

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Set type with the GUID &1 does not have a unique ID (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PR_MDCHECK041 - Set type with the GUID &1 does not have a unique ID (&2) ?

  The SAP error message COM_PR_MDCHECK041 indicates that there is an issue with a set type in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the set type identified by the GUID (&1) does not have a unique ID, which is represented by (&2). This error typically arises in the context of Master Data Management (MDM) or when dealing with sets in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate entries in the set type that are not uniquely identifiable. This can happen if the data was imported or created incorrectly.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, where the system expects a unique identifier for each entry but finds multiple entries with the same identifier.
  Configuration Issues: There could be a misconfiguration in the set type definition or the way the GUIDs are generated or assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the underlying database tables for the set type. Look for duplicate entries that might be causing the issue.
  Identify the entries with the same ID and determine which one should be retained or if they need to be merged.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or correct the duplicate entries to ensure that each entry has a unique identifier.
  Ensure that any data imports or updates are validated to prevent duplicates from being created in the future.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the set type in the relevant customizing settings. Ensure that the unique identifier settings are correctly defined.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the setup.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Set Type:
  
  In some cases, if the set type is corrupted or misconfigured, it may be necessary to recreate the set type from scratch, ensuring that all entries are unique.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) for data inspection and management.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Master Data Management and set types for a deeper understanding of how they function and how to manage them.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.